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O mirandum mysterium

Introduction

Legrenzi’s charming Christmas motet O mirandum mysterium has the virtues of clarity, order and sweetness, though its second section is in the lament idiom of contemporary opera, and hints at deeper things.

Recordings

'An excellent release … Robin Blaze’s clear, pure countertenor is the ideal voice for these pieces, and he sings them with impressive authority. ...'The intrinsic qualities of this little-explored repertoire and Blaze’s musicianship mark this as an important release' (American Record Guide)» More

O wondrous mystery! The servant king whom his creatress adores is born in a stable. Sighing and crying, the infant bewails the pain of the world. His blessed virgin mother, totally sad and afflicted, laments the sorrow of her little one. She seals the pure lips of her dear Christ with a kiss, and quietly sings to the child wrapped in a bundle whom the bonds of servitude subdue. Sleep, eyes, brightest stars, blessed little torches, sleep, tranquil [eyes]. Lie calm, rejoice, holiest lights, safest of leaders, show us heaven.